How To Fix CRMN_REPORT204 - Generate extension also in target system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRMN_REPORT - Reporting: Messages

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Generate extension also in target system

What causes this issue?

You have to generate the extension also in the target system.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Transport the data to your target system(s) and re-generate the
extension there using program <LS>Interactive Reporting Enhancement
Workbench: Generate Extensions</> (CRM_REPORT_BI_GENERATE).

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRMN_REPORT204 - Generate extension also in target system ?

  The SAP error message CRMN_REPORT204, which states "Generate extension also in target system," typically occurs in the context of SAP CRM (Customer Relationship Management) when there is an issue with the generation of a report or extension in a target system, often during a transport or system copy process.
  Cause:
  
  Transport Issues: The error may arise when a transport request that includes a report or extension is not properly generated or activated in the target system.
  Missing Objects: The required objects or dependencies for the report or extension may not exist in the target system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration discrepancies between the source and target systems that prevent the report from being generated correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to generate or activate the report in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transport Request: Ensure that the transport request containing the report or extension has been successfully imported into the target system. You can check the transport logs for any errors.
  Generate Report/Extension Manually: If the report or extension is not generated automatically, you may need to manually generate it in the target system. This can typically be done through transaction codes like SE80 (Object Navigator) or SE38 (ABAP Program).
  Verify Dependencies: Make sure that all necessary objects and dependencies are present in the target system. This includes any custom tables, function modules, or classes that the report relies on.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the report generation. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  Re-transport if Necessary: If there are issues with the transport, consider re-transporting the request or manually creating the necessary objects in the target system.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for CRM and transport management for more detailed information on report generation and transport processes.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  System Logs: Review system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further assistance.